Chef Michele and server Anele (who is by the way a part of the love laboring handmade pasta making process) took us on a culinary journey with thoughtful dishes that represent the Chef’s background and training from Bologna to Japan and beyond.

We enjoyed a 5 star customized dining experience with 7 delectable courses; each one a new surprise thanks to the amazing staff’s customizations.

Chef Michele is a native from Bologna in Italy; a region widely known amongst Italians as the food capital of their country.

This was the most meaningful thought out exclusive meal we’d ever had. I just want to say that I received news of my grandmas passing just before our meal, so this became a celebratory event for her life and legacy, and the staff delivered us comfort food with love, deep thought, and extra special attention to each dish which felt like a hug to our hearts while warming our insides.

Anele our incredible server, conversed with my husband and I about our preferences; our mood/loves, needs, culinary guilty pleasures and curiosities. We entrusted her and to put all decisions in her hands, and she delivered above and beyond with many surprises along the way.

Chef Michele has trained also 7 years in Japan; the Wagyu A5 was exceptional, served delicately with a 13 year aged balsamic vinegar.(That’s the lifespan of a young teenager, this was a dedicated labor of love that we felt grateful to share and enjoy.)

The risotto alla milanese was kissed with saffron aromas,

The deconstructed lasagna made from homemade pasta scraps was rich and velvety reminded me of how my nonna used to save everything she cooked by making new miracles and utilizing all that she had to please and feed her family.

The truffle and shaved aged Parmesan on a biscuit pastry was divine,

The Japanese fish with Tuscan olive oil,

The fagua duck pate with orange rinds and olive oil was utter heaven and melted in your mouth with a refreshing sweet zing, offering a smooth bite that felt like eating a savory chocolate mousse of some sort,

The first bowl of comfort- our fresh buratta served atop zucchini with pomodoro sauce was a complete welcome in and a hug for what I was going through.

Each course was so divine and our dessert the chocolate espresso style cake with crema gelato was the perfect closing to a very special meal.

We will never forget your hospitality truly. Anele Chef Michele and Alexandra, thank you for making my evening so special and helping us get through this difficult time. With love & many thanks, Maria Di Cara Lux Quest Luxury Travel